Kim Muller became the Director of ESCORT in August 2010.
Prior to that, she worked closely with the organization as Director of Sponsored Programs at the State University of New York College at Oneonta.
She has administered hundreds of federal/state contracts, grants and subcontracts over 20 years and has vast expertise in overall program management, staffing, evaluation, and contract/grant management.
Kim has also been actively engaged in local and state government; she served as Mayor of the City of Oneonta (1998-2005) and as an Otsego County Representative (1986-1993).

"Kim Muller's distinguished career in public service, connection to the Central New York community, and professional background will prove to be a great asset to the Central Region and the entire New York State Parks system."

Encompassing a 9,000 square mile area, from the shores of Lake Ontario in the north, to the Pennsylvania state line in the south, the Central Region is one of the largest regions in the state parks system.The region stands out for the physical beauty of the glacially carved lakes, valleys, waterfalls, and mountains.

Muller has more than two decades of professional experience and community service, including serving as Mayor of the City of Oneonta from 1998-2005 and as an Otsego County representative from 1986-1993.As Mayor, Muller oversaw implementation of the Oneonta City Parks Master Plan including the creation of several parks and recreation projects.Most recently, Muller has worked as Director of the Grants Development Office at SUNY Oneonta.

As a vibrant and involved member of the community, Muller has served on several Boards including the Future for Oneonta Foundation, Oneonta YMCA and SUCO Children's Center, and as member of various organizations including the Oneonta Federated Garden Club; and the New York State Solid Waste Management Board.

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"Kim brings a wealth of knowledge and vast leadership experience to this position, and I look forward to working with her on the region's recreational, economic development and environmental future."

Kim Muller earned her Bachelors Degree in Geology from of the State University of New York Binghamton in 1979, and has continued coursework in both geology and administration.She will begin as Director in late November.